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Reddit by Aniawd Jun 18th

How do I get over feeling like I’m a bad actor?

Over the past six months i’ve had a serious lack in confidence in myself and now every time I do any kind of acting (whether it’s acting in school or rehearsing to myself) I feel like i’m a bad actor. It’s pretty much my only thought and it’s sort of taking...

Reddit by OgChrisD4 Jun 18th

Can a top agent be too big for a relatively green actor?

Hi, I’m represented by a top 25 Agency but my resume isn’t super big. I’ve only appeared on one network show. Lately, I haven’t gotten many quality auditions, mostly smaller stuff and stuff that is kinda a reach from my description. I was just wondering if...

Reddit by Krazygirl1234 Jun 18th

can i still consider myself agreat actress if it's only when the cameras are off?

Lol I think i do quite well in front of a mirror but i iinda suck when recording. Auditions are soso. Lol Its a silly question. But in curious how you'd see yourself if you were the same. Haha

Reddit by ilovetodrinkcyanide Jun 18th

How do actors do romantic scenes w/out falling for each other?

Like me and my gf literally had a few short scenes togheter as a couple and look at us now. We didnt even have kissing scenes or anything like that, just a lot of sweet talk, hand holding and hugging. Meanwhile there's ppl having deep intimate make out...

Reddit by FerrariCar12345 Jun 18th

How do I find and then pay actors?

Okay, so I'm making my first "real" short film. By real, I mean that I am looking to hire a couple of experienced actors, and not just use my friends or family. This if for my MFA application for film school, and I have come to realize the best way to get...

Reddit by azthemansays Jun 18th

Two Actors Dead, Six Injured In Auto Accident Involving Crew From Netflix Series ‘The Chosen One’

Reddit by Shakesqueer7 Jun 18th

Youth Company or Children's Roles?

I'm 14 and want to be a Shakespearean actor when I grow up. Right now I'm in a youth company where we do 3 Shakespeare plays a year. I'm debating whether or not I should start doing community theater/professional productions instead - it would be good...

Reddit by SafePizza1719 Jun 18th

Can i continue acting if i dont want to do kissing scenes?

I've had this issue of thinking most productions wont want me because there are many actors who can do kissing scenes and might think im complicated. Is me becoming an actor with a hard no on kissing going to ruin the opportunities for me? With many shows and...

Reddit by Majestic_Apricot8653 Jun 18th

mixed race representation?

i was looking through some casing calls and searched through a bunch on backstage but i couldn’t find one that was asking for white & black mixed actors, they were all either white or black so if there is a casting call for someone that is specifically white...

Reddit by Abstract_Corduroy74 Jun 18th

Relaxation methods and tips

I read and hear how important relaxation is for actors and their work. I've tried doing Strasberg's relaxation technique (sitting in a chair, trying to focus on breathing, trying to release tension, etc.), but I'm not sure if I'm doing it right. I've only...

Reddit by YellowDangerousoo Jun 18th

How long do you usually take classes to become good at acting?

Hello! I'm 15 and very interested in acting but I have no experience whatsoever. From what I've read, taking classes are the first step to becoming an actress/actor. How long do you usually take classes to become good at acting? I heard you should take...

Reddit by Individual_Ad4531 Jun 18th

Chronic illness in the acting industry

Is there literally any way that I could be an actor with chronic illnesses? I want a career in acting because I love it but I’m limited in a lot of areas right now because of my diagnosis. I’m going to improve as I get older but like right now its hard to do...

Reddit by MightyOdin01 Jun 18th

20 years old, interested in acting!

I'm 20 turning 21 in September and I'm a pretty newbie actor. I took a drama class in highschool and I was in a tiny play once when I was still in elementary. I don't think I'd be horrible at it and I'd like to get started. My question is am I too late? And...

Reddit by Otherwise_Jicama_962 Jun 18th

How do you feel about this?: Actors on Netflix show die in crash

Reddit by VincentHolmesVA Jun 18th

On-Camera-Acting as a minor

Hi everyone! This may be kind of a silly question, my apologies Does anyone here have a link regarding acting as a minor? More in the sense of legality and permits and such. Can minors use sites such as actors access? Do you need some form of worker permit?...

Reddit by penguin_reddit Jun 17th

Why do the top management companies have thousands of actors on their roster ?

I’m researching the top LA based managers and they all seem to have atleast over a thousand people on their roster. Companies like Luber Roklin, Authentic, 3 Arts, Anonymous content, etc. Isn’t this way too much? I thought management companies were supposed...

Reddit by ZealousZane7 Jun 17th

Sephiroth voice actor comparison. old vs new

Reddit by DipitousWhelmed9463 Jun 17th

Questions about technique and timbre (specifically grit and distortion)

As long as I can remember I’ve been fascinated by voices, pitch, tone, timbre, color etc…(I am also a musician) It amazes me how dramatically some VAs can manipulate their voice, especially those who work on animated programs. For example take someone like...

Reddit by Intrepid-Display-858 Jun 17th

Is it ok to email a casting director about a listing of theirs on Actor's Access?

Heres the situation, if I submitted to a role on Actor's Access, would it be a big no-no to ALSO look up the CD and email them directly? Normally I would say no, but I've seen some CD's have open casting calls on their own webiste. Wondering if they would...

Reddit by throwawayfitness1997 Jun 17th

Working as an extra? (UK)

I know that being an extra doesn't further one's chance of being an actor, but it's often said here that having another job is essential.. so what if being an extra was that job? The pay seems pretty good at around £90 to £100 daily. I imagine it would...